Forget that---it takes too long. I was in the REO preservation business for many years. If you know the owner, you're all set. If not, You're going to need to either A: ask the broker who the owner is or B: search county records for the deed transfer.

Next is where it gets super easy. Contact the owner (bank) and ask for the asset manager assigned to ABC property. Once you get him/her, explain that you never got paid, and that you intend to place a lien on the property, and then foreclose on that lien to get paid. I can tell you that of the times Ive done this, withing 30mins of calling the asset manager, the agent or contractor that hired me was calling me to make arrangments to pay, of course I had to sign a lien waiver also.

Its VERY hard to get screwed in this business long term, you can always get paid, but probably will lose that customer forever.

PM me if you need more help, I have names and emails for almost every asset manager, in fact I personally know most of them, during conferences we usually hang out in the bar instead of listening to speakers. lol

Hi Scott,

I would consult an attorney and possibly take them to court.

Hi Scott,

You should consult a Real Estate Attorney or possibly take them to Small Claims Court.

Shanna Rogers
SR Realty http://www.RealtyBySR.com